Author: Kevin Thompson

HURRICANE, Utah — A tragic hotspot for suicide in southern Utah has drawn the attention of both local teenagers and city leaders, leading to calls for immediate safety improvements at the Hurricane La Verkin Bridge. The bridge, which has long been associated with heartbreaking losses, has prompted a petition from two teenagers advocating for the installation of barriers, signage, and access to crisis resources. The petition has already garnered over 1,600 signatures, bringing the issue into the spotlight and prompting action from local officials. Hurricane Mayor Nanette Billings confirmed that efforts to add safety measures have been in the works…

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Ogden, UTAH – Utah’s higher education landscape is undergoing significant upheaval as several universities across the state are forced to make deep cuts in response to a new legislative mandate. Utah State University became the first institution to announce the elimination of more than two dozen academic programs, including majors in engineering, public health, and elementary education. The decision follows the passage of HB 265, a new state law known as the Higher Education Strategic Reinvestment Act, which aims to address a $60 million reduction in funding for public universities. The cuts are not limited to academic programs. Multiple institutions,…

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